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Vision, Mission & Values

Auditor’s Report

CEO’s Report

Director’s Report

Chairman’s Statement

Corporate Governance

Statistics

Finance

Business & Operations Review

Our People

Reaching Out

SCAA Annual Report 2018© 2019. Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA). All rights reserved.

Published by the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) Seychelles International Airport, Pointe Larue, Mahé, Seychelles

June 2019

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SCAA Annual Report 2018 SCAA Annual Report 2018

To deliver on our promise of highest standards in safety, security and quality of service for the customer.

An Indian Ocean gateway above and beyond Africa.

Our Vision

Our Mission

Our Values

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The Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) was established under the SCAA Act, 2005, as an administrative and financial body corporate to provide for the services, facilities and regulation of civil aviation activities in Seychelles. The SCAA and its affairs are administered by a CEO reporting to a Board of Directors appointed by

the Minister responsible for Civil Aviation.

SCAA’s core business focusses on regulatory and safety oversight of aviation activities, as per regulations, standards and recommended practices set by the Safety Regulations division of SCAA and the provision of air traffic services in the Seychelles flight information region as well as in and out of the Seychelles terminal airspace.

Its mandate also includes management of Seychelles International Airport (SIA) and Praslin airport, where it undertakes key functions of airport operations and facilitation, commercial activities, provision of aviation security, firefighting and emergency services.

Other essential internal support services includes finance and accounting, human resources and administration, corporate affairs, project implementation, engineering and technical services and Information technology.

Corporate Profile

Organisation Structure

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CorporateExecutive Management Team

Mr. Garry AlbertChief Executive Officer

Mr. Wilfred Fock-TaveChief Operations Officer

Mr. Darel BonifaceGeneral Manager Engineering &

Technical Services

Ms. Esmee SamsonGeneral Manager

Air Navigation Services

Ms. Lorella UranieGeneral Manager

Human Resources & Administration

Ms. Lise MorelGeneral Manager Corporate

Affairs & Projects

Mr. Gerard SicoboGeneral Manager

Safety Regulations

Ms. Florence MarengoGeneral Manager Commercial

Mr. Sandy MotheeFinancial Controller

Chairman’s Statement For the year ended 31st December, 2018

Captain David SavyChairman of the Board, SCAA

It gives me great pleasure to present the SCAA’s annual report for the financial year ending 31st December 2018.

By the time this annual report is published, we would have witnessed the smooth transition of leadership from our long-serving CEO, Mr. Gilbert Faure and his successor Mr. Garry Albert. I would firstly like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Faure, whose extensive knowledge of the industry has paved the way to many successes for SCAA over the years. Secondly, I would like to welcome Mr. Albert to the SCAA family. We believe we have found the candidate with the right qualities for the chapters ahead. I look forward to working with him.In 2018, the Board played a strong role to ensure leadership continuity at the highest level at SCAA, as several long serving GMs retired and identification of successors were required. There was also a strengthening of its oversight responsibilities through more frequent meetings and engagement of independent counsels where necessary. Going forward, the Board will continue to focus on its mandate of strengthening good governance and accountability across SCAA and will continue working closely with the management to deliver long-term successes and highest value to our shareholder.

Improvement of connectivity remains one of SCAA’s key achievements. In 2018, six new Bilateral Air Service Agreements (BASA) were signed during the ICAN 2018 conference, which was held in Nairobi, Kenya in December. Furthermore, through its air transport development function, the organization has also been instrumental in facilitating a number of codeshares renewals in line with our liberal policy on cooperative arrangements to extend the global reach beyond geographical limits and facilitate the growth and development of the tourism industry and trade. In the same line, SCAA continued discussions with its airline partners to strengthen relationships and provide support to their operations

especially to new entrants and developing markets. Our efforts in improving connectivity has translated in progressive visitor arrivals and resulted in passenger throughput exceeding one million.

In terms of markets, Europe continued to dominate visitor arrivals figures for the year 2018, with Germany leading with a total of 29,126 visitors, representing 15% of the total number of visitors to Seychelles. France is in second position, followed by UK. UAE recorded 14,110 visitors representing a 7% share of total visitors who arrived in Seychelles in 2018.

Revenue collection for the fiscal year 2018 amounted to SCR478.8 with pre-tax profit totalling SCR164.3 million in comparison to SCR179.3 million in the previous year. Contribution to Government in terms of taxes and dividend amounted to SCR92.4 million. Driving the profitability figures over the last 5 years has been continuous growth in passenger and traffic movements, which has led to an increase in both aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenue streams.

The steady growth in passenger movements and revenue puts SCAA in good stead for the medium term. However, space constraints, especially in terms of parking for aircraft has an overall impact on our ability to grow, efficiently facilitate airport processes and improve service delivery. This remains one of our key challenges. It also poses significant loss of opportunity for the country across the Board and we continue to shout-out politely.

Investment in airport infrastructure development must be accelerated. There must be a leap in modernization in our way of doing business. This must include technological innovation. With the right strategy and funding model, we aim to deliver on long-term capacity plans whilst remaining adaptive and flexible to current demands.

Keeping up with safety regulatory requirements remain a challenge as the pool of local aviation experts is limited. For the year ahead, SCAA will be focusing on areas that require significant improvement to meet ICAO’s regional safety levels. To that effect, immediate external expertise will be sought in the form of consultancy whilst we build in-house capacity. Safeguarding the interests of the travelling public has been our primary focus and will remain so for the foreseeable future.

Let me conclude by acknowledging and expressing my appreciation for the support and thank the Board members, management and staff of SCAA for the collective contributions and hard work, ensuring that SCAA delivers on its mandate effectively, and continues to safeguard the travelling public’s interest.

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choice of passenger amenities scored on the low side. Landside traffic management and law and order is still a challenge. Both these areas will require closer oversight if we wish to see the enhancement of service delivery at the airport. We made another leap forward under our Ecoleap programme through an agreement to bring further energy efficiency solutions at the airport, namely replacing all lights in all buildings with LED ones, amongst other solutions. We also collaborated with the Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Foundation (SSTF), to promote the “Pristine Seychelles” Campaign at the airport.

As an organization, SCAA has made much progress in gaining goodwill and recognition, through its image building and corporate social responsibility programme, which culminated in SCAA obtaining the Seychelles Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contributor award for 2018.

Internally, SCAA has been undergoing a change process at the highest level. In 2016/2017, we saw the retirement of valued members of the Executive management team and early this year, we welcomed two new GMs on Board, Ms. Lorella Uranie with the portfolio for Human

Resources and Administration, and Mr. Darel Boniface, accountable for Engineering and Technical Services.

Mr. Wilfred Fock Tave was also promoted to Chief Operations Officer. Whilst Ms Lise Morel was given the portfolio of Corporate Affairs and Projects. Their promotion is testimony of our commitment towards sustained leadership to ensure continuity and carry SCAA ever forward. These changes will carry into 2019, with a new CEO at the helm and likely restructuring of the organization with a renewed focus on creating an enabling environment for our staff to deliver to the best of their abilities.

As this is my last report as CEO I would like to thank the Board for their continuous support and direction. Throughout my tenure in this role, I have been impressed by the commitment and professionalism of so many of my colleagues at SCAA. I am confident that SCAA is well placed to embrace the challenges it will face in the coming years and deliver on many more successes. At this juncture, I would like to welcome Mr. Garry Albert SCAA’s new CEO, on Board.

I am honoured to have been chosen as SCAA’s new Chief Executive Officer. As we look towards the future,

it is my intention to continue building on the foundations that Mr. Gilbert Faure has laid to ensure that the SCAA consistently delivers on its mission of ensuring the highest standards in safety, security and quality of service in the interests of the travelling public.

It is undeniable that we can expect exciting times ahead. We need to reassess ourselves; reviewing our vision and taking a look at the opportunities that surround us in order to enhance our

passenger experiences and drive services to a higher level. We are committed

to move from “Good to Great” and we are going to do this

through accelerating the use of technology, redesigning our work processes, encouraging new ways of doing business and always putting our people at the centre of our development.Change is always challenging and the year ahead is one where the skills

and expertise of all SCAA will be engaged to the fullest.

We are strong as an organization and we will continue building on our

future!

New CEO’s Statement Mr. Garry Albert officially took over as CEO on 1st January 2019, after occupying the post of designate CEO, from October 2018.

It is with great pride but a little sadness that I make this 10th and last annual report of my tenure as CEO of SCAA. Aviation has been my passion and I

am humbled by the great strides Seychelles has made in this industry and feel so lucky that I was rightly placed to contribute to this success.

In 2018, Seychelles International Airport recorded a 3% growth in passenger arrivals with a total of 444,564 passengers. Overall passenger throughput by year-end stood at 1.2 million, which is very good considering we had considerable low arrivals in the second quarter. The market picked up towards the end of the year with the arrival of two European carriers; British Airways and Joon by Air France with twice and thrice weekly direct flights from London and Paris respectively.

A total of 41,450 flights, inclusive of both international and domestic, landed and took off from SIA in 2018. This again is a slight drop against 2017 figures. Scheduled international flight numbers decreased by 4% whilst non-scheduled flights movements grew by 3%. The latter was due to an increase in private jets operations. Flight movements through our airspace remained consistent with a growth of 5%. Inbound and outbound cargo figures also experienced growth of 2%.

Despite some shortfalls in traffic movement, SCAA generated an income of SCR478.8 million, at year-end, representing a 5% increase on last year’s figure. Continuous efforts to improve and increase the airports commercial offerings brought positive yield, with concession sales growing by 3%. Our operating expenses remained within budget, with an increase of 13% over the previous year. This was due to increase in activities, expansion of our terminal infrastructure, in particular the domestic terminal, staff costs and higher costs of repairs and maintenance.

SCAA remains first and foremost a regulatory body, responsible for safety oversight of aviation activities in Seychelles . As a member of the ICAO, we are audited in areas of safety and security by this body. Audits carried out in April 2018, covered the areas of Legislation (LEG), Organisation (ORG), Personnel Licensing (PEL) (Flight crew, Air Traffic Controllers and Aircraft Maintenance Engineers), Flight Operations (OPS), Airworthiness (AIR) and Air Navigation Services (ANS). Good results were obtained for ANS and AIR. Our focus will now move to areas of Flight Operations and Aerodrome Standards with the assistance of UKCAAi, while we build local expertise in these fields.

Amid growing airside capacity constraints, in particular aircraft parking, SCAA faced tough negotiations to cater for airline slot requirements in 2018. This impacted on our ability to cater to the demands of luxury private jet operations at the airport. More than ever, we recognize the urgent need for more aircraft parking, but we also face severe land availability limitations.

There is a need to revisit our airport development master plan, which was last updated in 2009. This exercise will allow us to strategically plan for future development of the airport for the next twenty years. In the same light, SCAA will be engaging in more in-depth discussions with the Government on the allocation of Zone 21, without which we cannot grow.

The airport also made good progress with its infrastructure development projects. Refurbishment of the international arrival lounge was completed and the domestic terminal project neared completion at an estimated value of SCR104 million.

Other capital investments for 2018, included the acquisition of a new amphibious boat for the airport’s fire and rescue service, the procurement of a new airport information management system RESA at a cost of SCR3.9 million and SCR4.8 million respectively. The contract for asphalting works for landside and airside was also awarded for a sum of SCR12 million.

The modernization of the Air Navigation services is still very much in the plans for 2019 and this will consist of the construction of new air traffic control building and replacement of all critical systems such as the flight data processing system, surveillance systems and aeronautical information system.

The need for improvement in service standards by all airport service providers remained our focus as we strived to deliver to customer expectations. Airport 2017 Survey results presented in 2018, reported good performance in the areas of departure lounge cleanliness and airport services (AVSEC, Immigration and Check- in), whereas parking and availability and

CEO’s ReportFor the year ended 31st December, 2018

The former Chief Executive Officer, Mr Gilbert Faure was in office until 31st December 2018. He has recently retired, after dedicating 46 years of his professional life to civil aviation.

Gilbert FaureChief Executive Officer, SCAA

Gary AlbertChief Executive Officer, SCAA

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Director’s Report For the year ended31st December 2018

The Board of Directors present their report together with the Auditor’s Report and the Audited Financial Statements of the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (hereafter called the “Authority”) for the year ended 31st December 2018.

The principal activities of the Authority are the provision of Aviation Regulatory and Safety Oversight, the provision of Air Navigation Services, the provision of Aviation Security Services and Management and provision of Operational Services at Seychelles International and Praslin Airports. It also facilitates business

development opportunities.

Additions to property and equipment totalling to SCR134.27 million for the year under review comprise mainly Domestic, Arrival and Departure Terminal, Baggage screening, purchase of Hard Shoulder.

The Directors are of the opinion that the market or saleable value of the fixed assets at 31st December 2018 does not differ substantially from the amounts at which they are included in the accounts at that date.

The Office of the Auditor General will continue in office in accordance with Section 12(3) of the Seychelles Civil Aviation Act, 2005.

The current year’s retained profit of SCR71,865,671 together with opening retained earnings totalling to SCR440,731,336 makes a total of SCR512,597,007 in the Authority’s reserves.

The Directors recommend the payment of dividend of SCR43,200,000.

Details of the current members of the Board of directors are shown in Note 6. The Directors are appointed every two years in accordance with the Public Enterprise Monitoring Commission Act, 2013.

None of the Directors held interest in the share of the Authority during the financial year.

Principal Activities of the Authority

Fixed Assets Auditors

Approvals

Reserves

Dividend

Directors

Results for the Year

31st December 2018 31st December 2017SCR SCR

Operating Income 478,843,269 457,869,861

Operating Expenses (314,535,167) (278,482,342)

Profit before taxation 164,308,102 179,387,519

Taxation (49,242,431) (53,766,256)

Dividends (43,200,000) (53,200,000)

Retained Profit at end of Period 71,865,671 72,421,263

The Board of Directors is to ensure the integrity of financial information; provides financial oversight and monitors financial planning and financial reports, including adoption and supervision of the annual budget; the directors are to exercise their business judgment to act in what they reasonably believe to be the best

interests of the entity in the administration of the entity’s assets, and where applicable, its investments.

The Board of Directors discusses issues confronting the organization related to financial and operational risks and exposures associated with the entity’s business strategy, policy matters, service/product innovation and sales road map (where applicable) be mindful of litigation and regulatory exposures, and other current matters that may present material risk to the entity’s financial performance, operations, infrastructure, plans, prospects or reputation, and acquisitions, as well as any issues of concern to the Board.

It is the duty of the Board of Directors to oversee management’s performance to ensure that the entity operates in an effective, efficient and ethical manner in order to produce value for its clients and shareholders, in so doing, sees to the establishment of appropriate internal procedures and controls.

The Board of Directors are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting practice in Seychelles and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that gives a true and fair view of the financial affairs of the Authority and are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

They are responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Authority and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The Board of Directors consider that they have met their responsibilities as set out in the Public Enterprise Monitoring Commission Act, 2013 and the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority Act 2005.

Statement of Board of Director’s Responsibilities

Captain David Savy Anne Lafortune

Nadine Potter

Cindy Vidot

Amellie Nourice

Vincent Amelie

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Auditor’s Report Statement of Financial Position

OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR GENERALP.O. Box 49, Victoria,

Mahé, Republic of Seychelles

Telephone: (248) 4672500Fax: (248) 4610365

Email: [email protected]: www.oag.sc

For the year ended31st December 2018

The notes set out on pages 22-29 form an integral part of these Financial Statements.

Gary AlbertChief Executive Officer, SCAA

Sandy MotheeFinancial Controller, SCAA

Notes 2018 | SCR 2017 | SCR

Assets

Non-current Assets

Property, Plant & Equipment 8 415,830,147 316,742,820

Capital Work in Progress 9 14,550,774 90,324,427

Long Term Deposit 25,000,000 25,000,000

455,380,921 432,067,247

Current Assets

Trade Debtors 10 99,969,979 100,464,375

Inventory 85,065 -

Other Debtors & Prepayments 11 4,056,980 4,370,543

Staff Loans 12 9,129,229 7,971,087

Provisional Tax 13 4,589,564 -

Cash and Bank Balances 14 171,459,903 149,628,621

289,290,720 262,434,626

Less:

Current Liabilities

Trade Creditors 29,537,652 20,168,940

Other Creditors & Accruals 8,744,859 6,461,344

Provision for Terminal Benefits 9,804,039 12,151,846

Provisional Tax 13 - 18,449,293

Loan Due within a year 19 (919,879) 47,166,671 57,231,423

Net Current Assets 242,124,049 205,203,203

Total Assets 697,504,970 637,270,450

Long Term Liabilities

Loan Accounts 19 11,631,151

Represented By

Government Capital Reserve 184,907,963 184,907,963

Retained Earnings 15 512,597,007 440,731,336

Deferred Capital Grant

697,504,970 637,270,450

ScopeI have audited the financial statement of the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority for the year ended 31 December 2018, as set out on pages 22-29, prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting practice in Seychelles, which comprise (a) statement of financial position, (b) income statement, (c) statement of cash flows; and (d) notes to the financial statements.

Responsibility of the Board of Directors of the Authority for the Financial StatementsThe Board of Directors of the Authority is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting practice in Seychelles and in accordance with the requirements of the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority Act, 2005 and the Public Enterprise Monitoring Act, 2009 and for such internal control as the Board of Directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement , whether due to fraud or error.

Responsibility of the Auditor GeneralMy responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on my audit as per Section 12 of the Act. The audit was conducted in accordance with the International Standards of Supreme Audit Institutions. Those standards require that I comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statement. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgement, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the Authority’s preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Authority’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the Board of Directors as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.

I believe that the audit evidence I have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for the audit opinion.

Audit OpinionIn my opinion:

• the financial statements on pages 22-29, give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Authority as at 31 December 2018 and the results of its financial operations and cash flows for the year then ended;

• proper accounting records have been kept by the Authority as far as is appears from my examination of those records; and

• I have obtained the information necessary for the purpose of the audit and am satisfied with the information received.

Gamini HerathAUDITOR GENERAL

13 April 2019Victoria, Seychelles

For the year ended31st December 2018

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Income Statement For the year ended31st December 2018 Statement of Cash Flows For the year ended

31st December 2018

The notes set out on pages 22-29 form an integral part of these Financial Statements. The notes set out on pages 22-29 form an integral part of these Financial Statements.

Notes 2018 | SCR 2017 | SCR

Income

Aeronautical Revenue 4(a) 428,992,213 407,345,013

Non-Aeronautical Revenue 4(b) 45,266,578 41,403,231

Other Operating Income 4(c) 4,979,738 4,809,044

Exchange Gain/(Loss) (395,260) 4,044,210

Profit on Disposal - 0 268,363

Net Income 478,843,269 457,869,861

Operating Expenses

Staff Costs 5 175,865,976 149,515,419

Repairs and Maintenance 29,476,794 22,735,360

Other Operating Expenses 7 73,969,102 66,557,161

Bad & Doubtful Debts (37,467) 1,228,479

Finance Costs 119,577 59,286

Prior Adjustments (42,566) 1,252,712

Depreciation 8 35,183,751 37,133,925

314,535,167 278,482,342

Profit before Tax 164,308,102 179,387,519

Business Tax 13 (49,242,431) (53,766,256)

Net Profit After Tax 115,065,671 125,621,263

Distribution to Government 16 (43,200,000) (53,200,000)

Retained Profit for the year 71,865,671 72,421,263

2018 | SCR 2017 | SCR

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

Profit Before Tax 164,308,102 179,387,519

Depreciation Expenses 35,183,751 37,133,925

Interest Receivable/Payable (975,662) (1,672,601)

Loss/(Profit) on Disposal (268,363)

Bad & Doubtful Debts (37,467) 2,905

Exchange Losses/(Gains)on Year End Transactions 842,612 199,321,336 (1,997,788) 212,585,597

Provisional Tax Paid (72,281,288) (42,307,924)

Movements in Working Capital

(Increase) /Decrease in Accounts Receivable(Including Staff Loans) (117,483) 8,169,545

Increase/(Decrease) in Accounts Payable 11,652,227 (5,044,506)

Increase/(Decrease) in Terminal Benefits (2,347,807) 9,186,937 4,499,456 7,624,495

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

Purchase of Assets & WIP (58,497,425) (29,991,500)

Sale of Assets - (58,497,425) 270,950 (29,720,550)

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

Long Term Deposit - (25,000,000)

Loan Receipt 7,718,928 9,084,296

Loan Repayment (20,417,206) (19,093,550)

Dividend Paid (43,200,000) (55,898,278) (53,200,000) (88,209,254)

Net Increase/(Decrease) in Cash 21,831,282 59,972,364

Cash as at 1st January 2017 149,628,621 89,656,257

Cash as at 31st December 2017 171,459,903 149,628,621

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For the year ended31st December 2018Notes To The Financial Statements

Corporate Information

Basis of Preparation

Significant Accounting Policies

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The Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (the Authority) was set up under the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority Act, 2005 which came into force

in April 2005.The Authority was vested with the assets and liabilities of the former Directorate of Civil Aviation for which a financial consideration was not paid. The net value of assets over the liabilities was credited to a Capital Reserve account.

The Authority is domiciled in Seychelles and its registered office is at Seychelles International Airport, Anse des Genets, Mahé.

The activities of the Authority are regulatory, with respect to regulation of civil aviation activities and safety oversight, as well as service provider in the provision of air navigation services and management of Seychelles International and Praslin Airports.

a. Property, Plant & Equipment and Depreciation

Apart from land which has been purchased by the Authority, the value of land occupied by the Authority is not included in the Financial Statements. A number of sites occupied on Mahé including the land upon which the existing Seychelles International Airport is situated are held by the Authority on a lease of 99 years at a nominal rent. The transfer of other land ownership on Mahé and Praslin to the Authority is still under discussion with the Government.

Buildings and infrastructure are stated at revalued amount less accumulated depreciation, while plant and equipment, motor vehicles and others are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation.

The cost of an asset comprises its purchase price and any attributable costs of bringing the asset to working condition for its intended use. Expenditure for additions and improvement are capitalised and expenditure for maintenance and repairs are charged to the income statement.

Buildings and infrastructure are stated at fair value for existing use as ascertained by a professional valuer as at 2005. These have been recognised on the grounds that the Authority has unrestricted right to the enjoyment of the future economic benefits arising from these assets.

Depreciation of buildings and infrastructure is recognised in profit or loss. Depreciation on property,

plant and equipment is calculated on a straight line basis to write-off cost, less estimated residual value, of each asset evenly over their expected useful lives. Land is not depreciated.

The annual rates of depreciation are as follows:• Buildings and Infrastructure - 4%• Plant & Machinery - 10%• Furniture, Fittings & Office Equipment - 20%• Motor vehicles - 20%• Computers | Hardware and Software - 25%• Others - 25%

An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no further future economic benefits are expected from its use or disposal. Any gain or loss arising on derecognition of an asset is included in the income statement in the year the asset is derecognised.

b. Foreign CurrencyTransactions in currencies other than Seychelles Rupees are converted at the rate of exchange ruling at the transaction date. At the balance sheet date, foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities are converted at the rate ruling at that date. Exchange differences arising are taken to the income statement.

c. TaxationBusiness tax is provided at the rates ruling at the balance sheet date on profits of the Authority.

The financial statements of the Authority have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the valuation of certain property, plant and equipment.

The financial statements of the Authority have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting practice in Seychelles. The financial statement values are presented in Seychelles Rupee (SCR) unless otherwise indicated.

The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation of the financial statements are set out below:

d. Cash & Bank BalancesCash and bank balances comprise cash at bank, in hand and short-term deposits with a maturity period of one year or less in the Statement of Financial Position.

For the purpose of the cash flow, cash and cash equivalent consist of the cash and bank balances as defined above.

e. ProvisionsProvisions are recognised when the Authority has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of past event. It is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation can be made.

f. Going ConcernThe management has made an assessment of its ability to continue as a going concern and is satisfied that the Authority has the resources to continue in business for the foreseeable future. Furthermore, management is not aware of any material uncertainties that may cast significant doubt upon the Authority’s ability to continue as going concern. Therefore, the financial statements continue to be prepared on the going concern basis.

Income42018 | SCR 2017 | SCR

a. Aeronautical Revenue

Landing fees (International/Domestic) 32,482,902 32,353,133

Licenses and Registration 650,732 843,800

Passenger Service Fees(International /Domestic) 267,793,851 254,091,238

Air Navigation Charges 133,993,190 125,590,591

IATA Charges (5,928,462) (5,533,749)

428,992,213 407,345,013

b. Non Aeronautical Revenue

Other Airport Charges 3,217,883 1,643,314

Concession Fees 25,217,897 24,189,478

Fuel Throughput Charges 4,119,033 4,560,334

Rent Airport Buildings 12,711,765 11,010,105

45,266,578 41,403,231

c. Other Income

Interest Received 4,234,700 3,736,044

Miscellaneous 745,038 1,073,000

4,979,738 4,809,044

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2018 | SCR 2017 | SCR

Payroll Expenses 127,343,146 104,336,794

Pension Contribution 3,255,539 2,137,967

Income Taxes 14,597,532 13,162,725

Compensation & Gratuity 20,697,035 19,567,544

Other Staff Benefits 9,637,359 9,964,549

Directors & Secretary’s Fees (see Note 6) 335,365 345,840

175,865,976 149,515,419


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Compensation and Gratuity is paid to employees upon completion of a 2-year contract in line with the Employment Act and SCAA Contract of Service. Compensation and Gratuity are provided for in the accounts yearly and expensed under Staff costs.

Directors Fees & Executive Emoluments

Directors

D. Savy (appointed September ’11) 74,090 77,640

W. Agricole (appointed November 2010) - 16,468

M. Murray (appointed September ’11) 7,058 49,404

A. Lafortune (appointed Feb’14) 48,019 49,404

D. Thesee (appointed Feb’14) - 16,468

A. Nourice (appointed Nov’15) 48,019 49,404

V. Amelie (appointed May’17) 48,019 32,936

N. Potter (appointed May’17) 48,019 32,936

C. Vidot (appointed Feb’18 ) 40,961 -

Secretary fees 21,180 21,180

335,365 345,840

Senior Executive Emoluments 5,822,538 5,825,697

2018 | SCR 2017 | SCR

Administration Costs 35,693,851 30,006,306

Communication Costs 8,294,500 7,243,223

Transportation Costs 4,036,098 3,085,915

Staff Training 15,905,798 11,283,158

Other General Expenses 10,038,855 14,938,559

73,969,102 66,557,161

After charging:

Audit Fees 100,000 100,000

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Capital Work In Progress

Trade debtors

Other Debtors and Prepayments

Staff Loans

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2018 | SCR 2017 | SCR

Work in Progress brought forward 90,324,427 78,080,342

Expenditure incurred during the year 27,515,661 20,562,321

Transferred to Fixed Assets (103,217,314) (8,318,236)

Transferred to Expenditure (72,000) -

14,550,774 90,324,427

Trade Debtors 99,860,524 99,697,023

Debtors’ Exchange Rate Revaluation 158,378 853,742

Bad Debts Provisions (48,923) (86,390)

99,969,979 100,464,375

Prepayment 1,256,882 1,095,559

Treasury Account 793,819 526,866

Interest Receivables 975,662 1,672,601

VAT Liability 691,212 77,170

Other Debtors 339,405 998,347

4,056,980 4,370,543

Vehicle Loans 8,830,740 7,654,697

General Purpose Loans 18,677 34,716

Other Loans 279,812 281,674

9,129,229 7,971,087

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Tax Liability/Credit brought forward 18,449,293 6,990,961

Payment of Business Tax (18,449,293) (7,000,000)

Tax Credit carried forward - (9,039)

Charge for current year:

Provision for business tax based on profit for the period 49,242,431 53,766,256

Provisional Tax Paid (53,311,300) (35,307,924)

Provisional Late Lodgement Paid (520,695) -

(4,589,564) 18,449,293

Cash & Bank Balances

Retained Earnings

Distribution to Government

Cash on hand 186,833 159,098

Seychelles Rupee A/c Balance 20,578,092 14,971,616

Euro A/c Balance 1,063,256 2,272,304

US$ Dollar A/c Balance 90,902,515 77,009,407

Short-Term Security Deposit 58,729,207 55,216,196

171,459,903 149,628,621

Balance brought forward as at 1st Jan 440,731,336 368,310,073

Profit during the year 115,065,671 125,621,263

Less: Distribution to Government (Note 16) (43,200,000) (53,200,000)

Retained earnings for the year 512,597,007 440,731,336

Distribution to Government is made in accordance with directions given by the Minister under Section 11 (3) of the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority Act, 2005

a. In July 2016, a legal claim was lodged by a Duty Free retail shop claiming damages of SR1.06 million to its merchandise while construction work was ongoing to adjacent premises.

b. The Seychelles Revenue Commission (SRC) is claiming withholding tax of SR3.5 million for the period 2012 to 2017 relating to technical services for airport/airside related activities. SCAA has lodged an objection, the outcome of which is yet to be determined.

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a. Currency riskSome of the Authority’s assets and liabilities are denominated in foreign currencies. There is a resultant exposure to foreign exchange fluctuations which may affect the Authority’s assets and liabilities in a material manner.

The Authority’s financial assets and liabilities are denominated as follows:

b. Liquidity RiskSCAA practices prudent liquidity risk management by maintaining adequate funds to meet its funding needs.

c. Credit RiskSCAA seeks to invest cash assets safely and profitably. SCAA also seeks to control credit risk by setting limit and ensuring that credit facility is made to customer with appropriate credit history and monitoring customers financial standing through credit review. SCAA considers the risk of material loss in the event of non-performance to be minimal.

US$6.5 million loan to fund the construction of the Domestic Terminal and purchase of essential airport equipment has been taken from Nouvobanq. The loan is being serviced by the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority. As at 31st December 2018 loan balance has a debit of SR919,879 and that is due to repayment being on a loan repayment schedule and withdrawal on actual expenditure incurred. A sum of US$1.69 million remained to be withdrawn as at 31 December 2018.

d. Fair ValueThe carrying amount of the Authority financial assets and liabilities at the Balance Sheet date approximates the fair value.

Assets | SCR Liabilities | SCR

US Dollar 165,365,854 117,040

Euro 3,618,230 26,112

Pound Sterling 61,259 -

Seychelles Rupees 121,080,190 47,943,398

Total 290,125,533 48,086,550

2018 | SCR 2017 | SCR

Balance as at 1st January 11,631,151 20,671,127

Amounts drawn down 7,718,928 9,084,296

Repayments (20,417,206) (19,093,550)

Exchange rate adjustment at year end 147,248 969,278

Balance as at 31st December (919,879) 11,631,151

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Corporate GovernanceThe SCAA management and its Board are deeply committed to upholding the authority’s core values. In all that they do, they strive to achieve and maintain the highest level of transparency, corporate governance and professionalism in order the build on SCAA’s reputation as one of the leading organisations in Seychelles. SCAA strongly believes that it has to be accountable to its stakeholders, the community and ultimately the people of Seychelles, as it delivers on its business and operational functions.

Governance of SCAA is also guided by the following documents:• PEMC Act and Guidance Material• Financial Institutions Act, 2004• Procurement Regulations• Employment Act• Access to Information Bill• SCAA Internal Policies and Manuals• Public Procurement Act

a. The Board of DirectorsThe SCAA Board is the highest decision-making body of the organization. They oversee the organisation’s long-term strategies and ensures good governance practices across the whole organization whilst protecting the interests of the shareholder and travelling public.

b. Composition of the BoardThe SCAA Board headed by non-executive chairman, Mr. David Savy, comprises of 6 members, all of whom have diverse experience and expertise. The chairman leads the Board and facilitates effective discussions and decision making on strategic direction, whilst the CEO of the authority has full executive responsibility for the implementation of its strategies and plans.

The Board is appointed by the Government on a 2-year basis and they normally meet at least 4 times in a year.

c. Board Members• Mr. David Savy (Chairman) • Mrs. Anne Lafortune • Ms. Amelie Nourrice• Ms. Cindy Vidot • Ms. Nadine Potter • Mr. Vincent Amelie

d. AuditSCAA is subjected to an annual Financial Audit by the Office of The Auditor General in line with the Constitution.

SCAA is audited by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) with respect to safety oversight and security oversight and a continuous monitoring approach has been implemented with the support of the ICAO ‘No Country Left Behind’ programme.

SCAA has an internal audit unit, which further monitors and ensures compliance with SCAA’s various policies and procedures with the aim of minimizing business risks.

e. CommitteesAs per the Public Enterprise Monitoring Act, the SCAA has also established certain committees to assist and guide the Board and SCAA in the delivery of its functions:• Remuneration committee• Procurement committee.• Audit Committee• Investment Committee

f. Access to InformationWith the enactment of the Access to Information Bill, giving the public the constitutional right of access to information held by public authorities performing a Governmental function in July 2018, SCAA has appointed an officer who will be responsible for implementing the obligations of this Act.

Mr. David SavyChairman

Mrs. Anne LafortuneBoard Member

Ms. Amelie NourriceBoard Member

Mr. Vincent AmelieBoard Member

Ms. Cindy VidotBoard Member

Ms. Nadine PotterBoard Member

Mr. Garry AlbertChief Executive Officer

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Air Transport Development

Airlines Operating to & from the Seychelles

In the backdrop of excellent traffic performance in 2017, the first quarter of year 2018, was marked by passenger arrivals and departures maintaining the same tempo, up to April 2018 when Seychelles International Airport faced a sudden decrease of 11 percent in passenger arrival compared to the year 2017. This was the result of myriad factors, including the major restructuring of the national airline’s operations. Air Seychelles reduced significantly on promotions and their family and friends staff travel benefits and terminated services to Antananarivo and Paris on 21 and 24 April respectively, having been critical core elements of the airline’s business model. During this time, Austrian Airlines also completed its Winter seasonal flights, and Condor and Sri Lankan Airlines reduced frequencies to manage losses.

As of 31 December, 2018

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During the last two years, in order to cater for the increase in airline operations and growing passenger traffic, the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) has modernized and improved its infrastructures. Major capital projects to expand the overall capacity of the airport in order to accommodate for the influx,

has been undertaken. In 2018, the refurbishment of the international arrival lounge, which commenced in 2017, was completed. The arrival lounge is now more spacious and boasts a new ceiling and flooring. Phase two of the domestic project is also nearing completion.

New Businesses | Payanke CIP LoungeIn November 2018, a second passenger lounge, catering for the needs of commercial important people as well as families and the general public, commenced operations at the airport. The Payanke CIP Lounge is indeed a fresh addition to the airport. Its modern décor, relaxing ambience and the services it provides, contributes to providing the ultimate pre-flight experience. The ‘Payanke Lounge’ has come at a time where the demand for modernized facilities and more choice in terms of product offerings at airports is on the rise. This new business will allow SCAA a return of approximately SCR1.2 million per year.

Marketing & Customer ServiceAs the authority pushes for higher standards and excellence in service delivery at the airport, a number of initiatives were introduced in 2018 such as the airport’s customer service award programme, launched at the SCAA’s annual stakeholders cocktail. This year long campaign gives recognition and reward the airport’s front line staff for their excellence in customer service.

Towards the last quarter of 2018, the airport also set up a dedicated information desk on the international departure concourse, which is manned for all flights by customer service officers.

To improve brand awareness, airport décor at the new domestic terminal has taken a new flavour to reflect Seychelles’ cultural heritage and give it a more touristic friendly feel. Businesses and services at SIA are now promoted on its website and by means of other digital marketing tools such as social media. The airport has also invested in digital screens to increase advertising and information dissemination to passengers.

2019 outlookIn 2019, the airports commercial portfolio will be increased with the introduction of a new pharmacy/convenience store and a bureau de change facility on the landside concourse as well as a new retail concession in the departure lounge. Further growth is also expected in the food and beverage category with the opening of the new SkyChef SeyBar and the possible re-location of Burger King to landside. The introduction of pay parking at SIA is also planned for 2019.

There will be expansion of digital mediums around the airport to reach passengers and personalize services. The airport will introduce ‘terminal smileys’ so that customers’ needs and expectations can be better captured and marketing and commercial programs initiated can be more targeted. Furthermore, the airport will be undertaking ‘green’ initiatives to encourage airport users to support our sustainable Eco-Leap program.

Business & Operations ReviewInfrastructure

Commercial

GrowthDespite these adversities, the Seychelles recorded a 3% growth in passenger arrivals for 2018, with 444,564 passengers landing in Seychelles. This growth was complemented by the return of two major European carriers British Airways and Joon (Air France) who relaunched their operation in March and April 2018 respectively. In addition to this, a new entrant on the market, Edelweiss, from Switzerland began its operation to Seychelles in September 2018 recording an average seat occupancy factor of 88%. These airlines offer visitors uninterrupted connection to and from important points in Europe.

ConnectivityAs a country, Seychelles continues with its efforts to foster and forge new partnerships in a bid to expand its horizon in terms of connectivity. In December 2018, 7 new Air Services Agreements were initiated with the following countries; Mali, Ghana, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Poland, Mozambique and Luxembourg. This brings the total number of Air Services Agreements concluded to 86 countries.

Future outlookTowards the end of the year, Seychelles learnt of the possibility of the closure of Joon (Air France) as a result of a change in management in the company. This has raised concerns about the future of its operation to Seychelles. Regardless of this, Kenya Airways confirmed that it would increase its frequency on the Seychelles route by adding two additional flights as of February 2019. This would bring Kenya Airways to a total of 7 weekly frequencies.

Forecasted figure in passengers’ number for year 2019 expects to grow relatively the same, as in 2018 and we expect to end the year on a positive growth of 3 percent. Number of Airlines operating to Seychelles will be set at 13, with weekly frequencies of 75 on average accounting for 750,000 - 790,000 inbound seats.

Nonetheless, it is worth keeping in mind the fluctuations in fuel prices, for instance, fuel prices increased by 4.9% in October 2018 as published by IATA. This puts Seychelles and other airlines in a delicate position, warranting vigilance with regards to developmental strategies.

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Flight Movements

2018 2017 18 / 17

Scheduled 8,027 7,666 -4%

Non-Scheduled 878 902 3%

Air Seychelles Domestic 19,957 18,283 -8%

Islands Development Company (IDC) 1,041 2,078 100%

General Aviation 547 446 -18%

Military (Local) 508 431 -15%

Military (International) 105 143 36%

Zil Air 10,519 11,501 9%

TOTAL 41,582 41,450 0%

FIR Movement 20,689 21,740 5%

Passengers’ throughput include all international and domestic passengers that pass through the Seychelles International Airport Terminal on a daily basis.

Passengers Throughput at SIA 2012 - 2018

International & Domestic Passengers

FIR Movements 2017 - 2018

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SCAA strives for sound financial stewardship to achieve financial viability. SIA is dynamic and fast growing airport generating healthy cash flows. It aims to broaden revenue streams to achieve an average

growth rate of 7% annually, build up capital reserve, and maintain operating costs at 55% and capital investment at 30% of total revenue.

Table financial performance over the last 3 years

31st December 2018

31st December 2017

31st December 2016

SCR SCR SCR

Operating Income 478,843 457,870 391,535

Operating Expenses 279,314 240,120 220,290

Operating Profit before Depreciation & Taxes 199,529 217,749 171,245

Depreciation & Doubtful Debts 35,221 38,362 32,605

Operating Profit before Depreciation & Taxes 164,308 179,388 138,641

Taxation (49,242.43) (53,766.26) (41,542.18)

Net Profit After Tax 115,066 125,621 97,098

Dividend Payment (43,200.00) (53,200.00) (43,200.00)

Retained Profit at end of Period 71,866 72,421 53,898

Operating RevenueSCAA’s main sources of operating revenue are from aeronautical fees consisting of Passenger Service Fees (PSF), FIR, landing and parking fees, and non-aeronautical, comprising of concessions, rentals, fuel throughput and other airport charges. As of 31st December 2018, SCAA collected a total revenue of SCR485.1 million, representing a modest increase of 6% over 2017 actual figure. Both the aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenue registered growth, which helped SCAA achieve good financial results. The growth in visitor arrivals translated into a collection of USD18.1 million in Passenger Service Fee (PSF). Despite a slight decrease in resident travel, overall PSF collection was SCR267.8 million, representing an increase of SCR13.7 million over 2017 figures.

The Seychelles FIR registered 21740 flight movements in 2018. The revenue generated by these movements amounted to SCR134 million. This represented a growth of 7% in FIR fees over the 2017 figures.

For those aircraft landing in Seychelles, landing fees generated was to an amount of SCR32.4 million.

On-going construction at the airport impacted negatively on expected sales at the different commercial outlets. Despite this challenge, income generated from concessionaires was SCR24.1 million, an increase of 3% only, falling short of the 5% projection. Revenue from other airport charges and rentals amounted to SCR24.9 million.

Moving forward, there is a need to push for better performance on the non-aeronautical segment so as to enable SCAA to keep aeronautical charges at SIA competitive. Currently, aeronautical revenue represents 89% of total income.

Operating ExpensesIn 2018, SCAA’s operating expenses remained within budget at SCR314.5 million. It is to be noted that an exceptional increase of 13% was forecasted in expenses for 2018. Aviation is a highly labour intensive industry and heavily regulated driving the need for highly qualified, current and proficient personnel with high premium. Furthermore, in a strategic move to strengthen and incentivize its labour force, SCAA undertook scheme of service reviews for its aviation professionals over 2017/18. As such, staff cost accounts for the biggest share of expenses, at SCR191.8 million. This includes learning and development cost amounted to SCR15.7 million.

The expansion of passenger terminals, late night arrivals and increase in operations in general resulted in increases in utility costs and other deployment costs associated with staff rotation. Other areas of expenses were maintenance, utilities and communication. This came to a total of SCR122.7 million.

Capital ExpenditureDuring the year, SCAA invested close to SCR22.9 million towards the enhancement and development of infrastructure. This included upgrade of the older part of the international arrival lounge and phase two of the ongoing domestic terminal works. A number of improvement works on the landside were also undertaken, such as asphalting to an amount of SCR3.2 million. A total of SCR4.8 million was spent on the replacement of the Airport Management System, which included procurement of Flight Information Displays (FIDs) for the passenger terminals.

SCAA invested SCR8.8 million into its Fire and Rescue Services with a new amphibious boat, re-roofing of the fire tender bay on Praslin, gym facilities on Mahé and other refurbishment works.

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With a staff contingent exceeding 700 employees, human resource remains the centre of our success. In 2018, a sum of SR3million was allocated towards the review of several schemes of service across the organization. This review is part of an ongoing process to ensure that our remuneration policy is at par

with industry level. We continued to invest in capacity building , learning and development, whereby 394 staff in total benefited in the latter to an amount of SCR 15.9 million.

CNS was re-integrated into the ANS after a separation of over eight years. This was the right move at a time where the division is forging plans to modernize service delivery through technological solutions. Migration to surveillance and full automation and the use of data and analytics are on the plans, while remaining mindful of trends such as rise of cyber-security threats, safety and security considerations and regulatory requirements. Both sections have also re-structured for greater efficiency.

Staff Recognition ProgrammeIn order to maintain a happy workforce and give recognition for the hard work of their staff, SCAA initiated a staff recognition programme early during the year. As part of the programme, an employee of the month and of the year award was introduced. This initiative has been well appreciated by employees.

A well-organized HRA division is key for the proper functioning of an organization the size of SCAA. In 2018, to improve the internal responsibilities of the function, the division underwent a re-structuring exercise whereby four units within the current structure was established; occupational health & safety, compensation and benefits, recruitment and employee relations.

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Our PeopleThe development of employees through competency building remains a priority for SCAA. In 2018, an amount of SCR15.9 million was spent on training done locally and abroad. 39% of the training budget went towards training new air traffic controllers to cater for the manpower needs of the division as well as other ATM needs.

Several in-house training sessions were also organized in Change Management, Psychological First Aid, Workplace Well-being, Managing People and Emergency Planning and Preparedness.

Occupational Health activitiesSCAA collaborated with the Health of Our Nation (HOON) movement from the Ministry of Health on the Workplace Wellbeing Programme. This initiative aims to improve health promotion activities of employees in their workplaces so as to foster a healthier lifestyle and boost their productivity. During the year, a group of 15 staff was selected and trained with the help of the Ministry Of Health in how to measure basic health-related parameters, such as height, weight, waist circumference, and survey on basic health risk factors such as smoking. The training also involved recognition of potential abnormalities and methods of referrals for the same.

Schemes of Service Review - Specialist CadresIn 2018, a sum of SR3million was allocated for review of scheme of services in SCAA for the following Sections/Divisions:

• Finance Division• Internal Audit Section• Communication, Navigation and Surveillance Section• Engineering and Technical Services• HR & Admin Division• Airside Operations Section• Maintenance Section staff• Terminal Operations Officers• Luggage Attendant

Workforce As of 1st January, 2019

General & Senior Management TOTALMale Female Male Female Male Female By Div/Sec

Air Navigation Services 42 11 7 6 49 21 70

Aviation Security 63 145 2 1 65 146 238

Finance 6 8 2 0 8 8 16

Human Resources & Administration 13 16 2 1 15 18 33

CEO Secretariat 1 1 1 0 2 1 3

Air Transport 2 7 1 1 3 8 11

Operations 78 74 9 0 87 74 185

Safety Regulations 9 4 4 0 13 4 17

Corporate Affairs 15 5 1 1 16 6 23

Engineering & Technical Services 86 2 2 0 88 2 105

Project Implementation Unit 1 1 1 0 2 0 3

TOTAL 384 272 28 9 434 294 728

Total Vacant Posts 61

Establishment 793

Type 2018

Appointments 88

Exits 69

Promotions 35

Demotions 1

Internal Transfers 4

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SCAA remained active and responsive to its community through its Corporate Social Responsibility Programme, where it supported several initiatives and causes related to education, culture and the environment. A sum of SCR1.4 million went towards community projects and additionally, SCR2.3 million was paid directly to Seychelles Revenue Commission towards the Government housing scheme. Apart from monetary support, SCAA staff volunteered and were highly involved in the activities and projects, which the organization supports.

SCAA’s progress in gaining goodwill and recognition, through its image building and corporate social responsibility programme, culminated in the orgainisation being awarded the SCCI CSR contributor award for 2018.

SCAA collaborated with the Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Foundation (SSTF), to promote the “Pristine Seychelles” Campaign at the airport. The campaign was launched by the SSTF, together with the Department of Tourism, Seychelles Hospitality & Tourism Association (SHTA) and Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) to raise awareness amongst tourists in Seychelles about the importance of protecting the environment, respecting Creole culture and supporting the local economy. The campaign entailed the screening of short video clips, as well as offering a pin, to tourists upon their arrival at the airport, inviting them to protect Seychelles’ environment while on their holidays.

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The organisation took centre stage with its ‘Colour Run’, dubbed ‘National Colour Dash’ which took place on Saturday 30th June at the Palais des Sports. The participants ran along five colour powder stations, each representing a colour of the Seychelles National Flag – Blue, Yellow, Red, White and Green. The run kicked

off with a zumba session and ended with a musical show where popular local artists such as Mersener, Jahkim, Swagtune and the SCAA band peformed.

On Sunday 1st June, a Kids Colour Festival was held with the theme of aviation, with the participation of children aged 3 to 12 years old. The festival hosted activities such as face painting, dunk tank, bouncy castle, water slides, sand pits, drawing competitions and karaoke sessions.

During the 2018 tourism festival, SCAA launched its first Aerial Drones Photography Competition. This enabled the organisation to show the public that it is pro-drone use, whilst also educating drone enthusiasts, on the proper channels to follow to ensure they are operated safely.

In total, there were 11 participants who submitted entries for the competition held under the theme “We are Tourism”. The prize giving ceremony was held on Friday 7th December, in commemoration of the International Civil Aviation Day, where the winner, Mr. Hakeem Mothe was presented with a cheque of SCR10, 000 and corporate pack from SCAA.

Two teams comprising of staff from the Airport Fire and Rescue Services (AFRS) and Communication and Navigation Services (CNS) participated in the 2018 edition of the Raft race for charity event organised by the Seychelles National Park Authority (SNPA) in collaboration with Global Vision International (GVI) and the

Seychelles Tourism Board (STB). The participants had to paddle a total of 1.6km from Cap Ternay beach and back on rafts made from environmentally friendly and reusable materials.

The CNS team came our fifth out of 19 team and the AFRS was ranked in 12th position.

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Bringing a Dash of Colour and more fun to the National Show Working towards giving drones its rightful space in our skies

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SeychellesInternationalAirport

Passport ServiceNo Visa required to holiday in Seychelles.Do have a valid passport or travel documents.

V.A.T RefundsKeep those receipts! Claim your refund at the airport on departure. Goods must be over value of SR150 bought at VAT registered businesses only.

Health ChecksAll passengers must fill a health form. They are available onBoard all aircrafts. Please give to health officer on arrival

CustomsPlease declare any goods that are banned to customs or you will be fined. Valid Permits must be provided to customs if you are carrying imports of raw foods and meats, chemicals/bio-hazard goods and weapons

SecuritySafety and security follows set international standards. Risks or breaches to security are well enforced. Ensure you comply with all security instructions notices.

FacilitiesAll basic banking services (ATM, Money Changer), car hiring, taxi, food and beverage outlets are available.

Information DeskFree assistance with anything such as translation, accommodation services, flight information, transfers, getting around

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SCAA Annual Report 2018

SCAA Annual Report 2018© 2019. Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA). All rights reserved.

Published by the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA), Seychelles International Airport, Pointe Larue, Mahé, Seychelles

June 2019

Documents

Annual Report - SCAA Annual Report eCopy 2018.pdf · and recommended practices set by the Safety Regulations division of SCAA and the provision of air traffic services in the Seychelles